2014 chevrolet express Reviews and News

New For 2014

Apart from some minor color changes, the only new addition to the 2014 Express line is a Crew model, which is essentially a cargo van with seating for five passengers.

Vehicle Summary

Full-size vans have long been a staple of Chevrolet's lineup, even if they've typically been more popular with commercial clientele than consumers. The Express, which debuted in 1996, marked GM's first major van redesign in nearly twenty years, but the model hasn't been kept so modern since then. An extensive overhaul was performed in 2010, which ushered in a new nose, a redesigned instrument panel, and all-wheel drive for 1500 (light-duty) models. Express passenger vans are offered in two different lengths and can seat up to fifteen passengers -- perfect for hauling your New Christy Minstrels cover band from gig to gig.

Overview

The Express may be older than dirt, but as it has since the beginning, Chevrolet's full-size van soldiers on with few changes. That's understandable, considering that the purchase of a full-size passenger van isn't usually hinged on flashy, technological features -- instead, it usually comes down to available seating. Regular-wheelbase 1500, 2500, and 3500 models seat up to eight, while long-wheelbase (heavy-duty) 2500s and 3500s can be ordered in fifteen-passenger form. In a new twist, Express cargo vans are also now available in a crew-van guise, which provides a second-row bench for three passengers -- or, more likely, employees.

A 310-hp, 5.3-liter V-8 is standard on Express 1500 passenger vans. Express 2500 and 3500 passenger vans come with a 285-hp, 4.8-liter V-8 as standard equipment, while a 342-hp, 6.0-liter V-8 is optional. 2014 Express 3500 models are also available with a 260-hp, 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V-8.

Inside, the 2014 Express seems frozen in time. Interior materials are basic, hard-wearing plastics; vinyl seats and rubberized flooring are standard on LS-grade models, and there's even a vestigial doghouse engine cover protruding from the firewall. The few modern advancements include an optional rearview camera, available SiriusXM satellite radio, and an optional a USB audio input. Stability control is standard on all 2014 Express models.

The full-size-van status quo has worked for years, but will it still? Nissan's NV range introduced new amenities to the segment, and both Ford and Ram are launching more sophisticated, European-designed vans. Will the Express hold its own with traditionalist buyers or quickly fall to the back of the pack? We'll know more very soon.

You'll like:

Acres of space

Available all-wheel drive on 1500 models

Optional Duramax diesel power

You won't like:

Dates from the stone age

Bouncy ride when unladen

Interior designed for commercial fleets, not large families

Key Competitors

Ford E-series

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Nissan NV

Ram ProMaster

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Warranty

Recalls

Recall Date

12-31-1969:21:35:40

Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front passenger air bags. In the affected vehicles, during a frontal impact below the air bag deployment threshold, if an unbelted front passenger's head hits the instrument panel above where the passenger air bag is located, the panel may not sufficiently absorb the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

Consequences

In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463. GM's number for this recall is 14082.

Potential Units Affected

303,013

Notes

General Motors LLC

Recall Date

12-31-1969:21:35:40

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

Summary

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chevrolet Express compressed natural gas (CNG)vehicles manufactured September 10, 2010, to April 28, 2014, and GMC Savana CNG vehicles manufactured May 23, 2011, to April 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may leak natural gas from the CNG high pressure regulator.

Consequences

A natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure regulator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 14321.

If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM¿s number for this recall is 14515.

If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.

Remedy

Cummings will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2015. Owners may contact Cumming's customer service at 1-800-639-5438 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Cumming's number for this recall is 14E-041.